In May 2024, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted major amendments to the STCW Code and the STCW-F Convention—two cornerstone
Month: November 2025
Step-by-Step Procedure for Cargo Weight Calculation
Introduction Crude oil tankers carry massive quantities of crude oil from production terminals to refineries worldwide. Accurate cargo calculations are
Impact of Weather Conditions on Charter Performance Claims
Under a time charter trip from South Africa to China, Owners warranted the vessel’s performance in good weather conditions. The
Understanding Speed and Performance Claims in Time Charterparty Disputes
It is common for an element of speed and performance claims to be included in final hire disputes at the
Hold Cleaning
Hold cleaning disputes are not infrequent and can result in the need for multiple surveys and significant delays and costs. This